[Image] Predicted 4-3-3 West Brom XI to face Leeds – can the Baggies pile up the misery on the Whites?

Leeds United vs West Brom Predictions: West Brom line-up

West Brom’s last outing saw them travel to Bramall Lane to face Sheffield United but due to some excellent defending by the Blades, the Baggies succumbed to a disappointing 1-0 defeat.

Despite Matt Phillips’ return from his long-term injury, they weren’t able to conjure up their regular attacking wizardry. They will be looking to bounce back when they face 2nd-placed Leeds United in what promises to be a thrilling contest with dire consequences on the table.

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James Morrison remains the only doubt for this crucial encounter between the Championship’s title-chasers. Despite being back in training, it is still unknown as to whether he is fit enough to travel with the matchday squad this Friday.

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The return of Matt Phillips has come as a huge boost and with the recent loss to the Blades, they’ll be looking to bounce back and with a fully fit squad, there’s no reason why they can’t pull off a surprise victory at Elland Road.

Probable West Brom XI

Formation: 4-3-3

Manager: Darren Moore

GK – Sam Johnstone

The 25-year-old has been a saving grace for the West Brom defence at times this season and has been in relatively good form.

RB – Mason Holgate

The Everton loanee has been decent at right-back since moving to the Hawthorns and his attacking capabilities are useful.

RCB – Craig Dawson

The Englishman’s defensive performances have come under scrutiny this season. He will be looking to put an end to those talks against Leeds.

LCB – Ahmed Hegazi

The Baggies’ main man in defence, Hegazi’s recent injury hurt them dearly and his return has brought back a degree of calmness.

LB – Kieran Gibbs

The former Arsenal man has been excellent on the overlap all season and links up with the left-sided winger very well.

RCM – Stefan Johansen

The Fulham loanee hasn’t been in very good form since moving to the Hawthorns but will be looking to turn up in this key clash.

CM – Gareth Barry

The Premier League veteran’s know-how has been very important for Moore’s side and he will have to be at full thrust against Leeds.

LCM – Jake Livermore

The 29-year-old is a seasoned member of this talented side and his link-up play will be very important going forward.

RW – Matt Phillips

The Scottish international was sorely missed by the Baggies when he was out injured and his return will be seen as huge motivation.

CF – Jay Rodriguez

Very much West Brom’s talisman up front this season, the former Southampton star’s 17 goals have been a massive boost.

LW – Dwight Gayle

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